About me
I've been a lot of things in my life: a world traveller, discoverer and inventor.
I've travelled back in time and have seen the future.
I am a (day)dreamer

My work tells the story of people who still dare to dream. People who escape their harsh day-to-day reality:
an empty wallet, unemployment, the futility of existence and bad marriages. It's about people who build their dream
in their garage; a time machine, aeroplane, motorcycle or car. Who (in mind) say farewell to their current existence
and venture out into the world. It's about those who still dare to play and think outside the box.

The wish of mankind to escape its dreary existence with hope of great adventures.

About my art
These works of art are unique and excellent conversation pieces for home and business.
I do ship internationally: please contact me for shipping quotes.

Don't be shy
Please fee free to contact me for more photo's, information, feedback or when you like to purchase
one of my artworks. Oh: did I mention I also do commissioned pieces?

Thanks for your visit and have a good day,
Derek

All artworks are created in the beautiful province of Drenthe (Roden), The Netherlands

Professor Doctor Ephebus’s Steamboat

Professor Doctor Ephebus is an old man. Not just old, but really really old.
There are rumours he is 110 years old, but no one knows exactly.
When asked he just says “vintage”.

Some say dreams are for young people, but Professor Doctor Ephebus proves otherwise.
On his 80th-something birthday he left home for good. He just left without any warning.
Not that anyone really noticed.

He bought an old steamboat, assembled a crew of hardy men and set sail.
For 30-odd years he has been steaming the dark rivers in the heart of Africa.
Legend has he is searching for the fountain of youth…

Mixed materials, approx. 112cm long,28cm wide and 41cm high.
Materials used: part of the hull of a wooden 1950ties RC boat, bamboo placemat,
Magic Lantern by Ernst Plank from around 1900, many clock parts, antique wood and many many other items…

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Some (crappy) shots of the inside diorama (click to enlarge, opens in new tab).